Arsenal‘s Corner Power Dismantles Manchester United
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Arsenal’s dominance continued as they defeated Manchester United 2-0 at home, highlighting the immense threat posed by their set piece prowess. While the Gunners showcased impressive attacking versatility, it was their corners that ultimately proved decisive.
Arsenal’s Set-Piece Weaponry
Arsenal’s corners have become a formidable weapon, dictating the flow of the game against Manchester United.
Declan Rice, Arsenal’s midfield maestro, has become a key architect of this threat, taking charge of corner kicks from the left flank. For the third consecutive game, his deliveries have found their mark, culminating in goals.
In this match, Timber slotted the ball home in the 54th minute after a well-placed Rice corner. The goal was just reward for Arsenal’s sustained pressure and attacking intent throughout the game.
Later in the second half, Saka delivered another dangerous corner from the right side. Thomas calmly received the ball at the second post, allowing Saliba to head it into the back of the net, adding to their lead.
The effectiveness of Arsenal’s corners stems from their meticulous planning and execution. Rice’s pinpoint deliveries create havoc in the penalty area, leaving defenders scrambling.
A Spirited Start for the Red Devils
Manchester United’s new manager, Ruben Amorim, made six changes to the lineup that triumphed over Everton, suggesting a desire to inject fresh energy into the squad. Maguire anchored the defense, providing stability and leadership.
Mazraoui, positioned centrally alongside Malacia, successfully neutralized Bukayo Saka’s early threats. Despite exceptions, the Arsenal winger, arguably their most dynamic attacker, struggled to make a significant impact.
Bruno Fernandes’ deployment in midfield seemingly presented challenges in the attacking third, with Mason Mount sparsely involved in threatening positions.
Despite these early duels and England’s tactical approach, Arsenal consistently crafted opportunities, keeping the pressure on David de Gea throughout the first half. Manchester United, while resolute in defense, struggled to create meaningful chances.
Second-Half onslaught and United’s Resilience
The intensity of the game heightened after the break. Arsenal continued to press forward, seeking to extend their lead while United fought back valiantly, hoping to find an equalizer.
While United threatened on crosses but offered little danger. De Ligt emerged with a powerful header from an inward swerving trajectory that nearly snatched a goal back, but a spectacular save from David Raya kept the clean sheet intact.
Meanwhile, Baths continuoused their relentless surge forward proving their attacking prowess across different scenarios.
The final whistle solidified Arsenal’s well-deserved victory, highlighting their impressive dominance and tactical acumen. Manchester United remain winless in their last four encounters, marking a challenging start to the season for the Red Devils and their new manager.
For Arsenal, this decisive
victory propelled them to the top of the table, showcasing their early title ambitions.
How has the addition of Declan Rice improved Arsenal’s effectiveness on set pieces, particularly from corners?
## Arsenal’s Corner Power Dismantles Manchester United: An Interview with Football Analyst Sarah Jones
**Host:** Welcome back to the show, Sarah. Today we’re discussing Arsenal’s impressive win over Manchester United, a victory acutely driven by their set-piece prowess.
**Sarah Jones:** That’s right. Arsenal’s corners were absolutely lethal. As we saw in [[1](https://www.independent.co.uk/sport/football/arsenal-corners-set-pieces-nicolas-jover-rice-saka-b2659061.html)], they scored twice from corners, underlining their set-piece threat.
**Host:** Declan Rice seems to be the maestro behind this success, isn’t he?
**Sarah Jones:** Absolutely. His corner deliveries, especially from the left flank, have been fantastic. He’s creating havoc in the box, finding his targets with pinpoint accuracy. This was evident in Timber’s goal in the 54th minute, which was a direct result of a well-placed Rice corner.
**Host:** And it was Saka’s corner that Saliba converted later on, showcasing Arsenal’s threat from both wings.
**Sarah Jones:** Exactly. They’re utilizing both flanks effectively, keeping the opposition guessing. The coordination and planning behind these set pieces is clearly paying off.
**Host:** This makes Arsenal a dangerous opponent for anyone.
**Sarah Jones:** Indeed. Their attacking versatility is already formidable, but adding this set-piece weapon makes them even more difficult to handle. Teams are going to have to find a way to nullify this threat if they want to stop Arsenal.
